What is the Catholic thanksgiving Mass sometimes held for a quinceañera called?

The Catholic thanksgiving Mass sometimes held for a quinceañera is called a Misa de Acción de Gracias.

The Spanish phrase means “Thanksgiving Mass.” It is a religious service in which the celebrant and family give thanks for her life and ask for blessings as she enters a new stage. The service may take place before the reception, often in a parish church.

A religious Mass is not required for every quinceañera. Families may be Catholic, belong to another faith, be nonreligious, or choose a secular celebration. Even among Catholic families, the format and local parish requirements can differ.

The Mass should not be confused with a wedding ceremony. A quinceañera is a birthday and cultural celebration, not a marriage sacrament. The thanksgiving service provides religious context for families who include Catholic observance in the event.